CC creams have carved out a dedicated following among beauty editors and make-up artists for one simple reason: they make skin look polished without the heaviness of a traditional foundation . Sitting somewhere between skincare and make-up, the best CC creams are designed to even out tone, dial down redness and brighten lack-lustre skin, while often layering in hydration and SPF at the same time. With the industry still in the clutches of ‘clean girl’ make-up and fresh, skin-first finishes, it’s no surprise the humble CC cream continues to thrive. Celebrity make-up artist Maria Asadi explains that, “Unlike traditional foundation or tinted moisturiser , CC creams focus on neutralising discolouration such as redness, dullness or pigmentation, all while offering lightweight coverage.” Some formulas rely on “micro-encapsulated pigments”, she says, which appear white initially before adapting to the skin as you blend.…